powers of darkness, and from all evil accidents: and may our minds enjoy such delightful views of Thee and of thy glory, and be so weaned from this world, that we may be willing, at thy call, to depart hence, and to be with Christ. Hear, O Lord, these our imperfect prayers, which we present unto Thee, in the name, and through the mediation of Jesus Christ. Our Father, &c.

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FOR A FRIEND AT SEA.*

O THOU, who art the everlasting God; the Creator of the ends of the earth: We know Thou art the God of the sea as well as the land; for Thou makest the clouds thy chariot, and the dark waters thy pavilion. The elements obey thy voice, and all nature is subject to thy control. With humble confidence we approach Thee, and entreat thy protecting care in behalf of our friend, who is now exposed to the dangers of the ocean. We know not what things await him, nor can we tell the changes, through which he may be called to pass-but to Thee we commend him,-and wherever he may be, and under whatever circumstances placed, implore for him thy presence and blessing. Preserve his life and health; and if at any time, he should be threatened with sudden destruction, O hear Thou his cry, and turn not away thine ear from his entreaties, but save him from death; that he may live to praise Thee, and to make mention of thy goodness, in the congregation of thy people. And if he shall return no more to us, may we meet

* With a little variation, the same form may be used for one who is going to sea, or for a number of persons.

him in heaven-which we ask, for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever.

Amen.

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ON THE RETURN OF A FRIEND FROM SEA.

O GOD, Thou art good, and Thou doest good, and thy tender mercies are over all the works of thy hands. We thank Thee for the privilege of addressing thy throne at all times, and offering unto Thee the grateful homage of our hearts.--And, now that Thou hast heard our prayer, and returned in safety, our friend from the dangers of the mighty deep, we desire to render Thee the tribute of praise and thanksgiving. While others have gone out to return no more, he has been spared; and while those who were dear to them, are weeping with sorrow, we are filled with joy. O help us to testify our gratitude, by the holiness of our lives-and to show by our obedience to thy will, that we are truly thankful for thy favours. Through all the remaining vicissitudes of our earthly state, may we trust in Thee— and in death, be enabled to commit our souls to Him, who hath loved us, and given himself for us, and to whom as unto a faithful Creator, with the Father, and the Holy Spirit, be all glory for ever. Amen.

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PRAYER FOR A FAMILY, TO BE USED IN A TIME OF WAR.

ETERNAL, and Almighty Lord God! Thou livest and reignest for ever and ever, and art disposing all

him in heaven-which we ask, for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever.

Amen.

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ON THE RETURN OF A FRIEND FROM SEA.

O GOD, Thou art good, and Thou doest good, and thy tender mercies are over all the works of thy hands. We thank Thee for the privilege of addressing thy throne at all times, and offering unto Thee the grateful homage of our hearts.--And, now that Thou hast heard our prayer, and returned in safety, our friend from the dangers of the mighty deep, we desire to render Thee the tribute of praise and thanksgiving. While others have gone out to return no more, he has been spared; and while those who were dear to them, are weeping with sorrow, we are filled with joy. O help us to testify our gratitude, by the holiness of our lives-and to show by our obedience to thy will, that we are truly thankful for thy favours. Through all the remaining vicissitudes of our earthly state, may we trust in Thee— and in death, be enabled to commit our souls to Him, who hath loved us, and given himself for us, and to whom as unto a faithful Creator, with the Father, and the Holy Spirit, be all glory for ever. Amen.

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or

PRAYER FOR A FAMILY, TO adorUSED IN A TIME OF W

ETERNAL, and Almighty Lord

and reignest for ever and ever,